24. October 2025
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When you think of sampling, Silent Hill 2 probably isn’t the first thing to come to mind, but jonmakesbeats is here to change that. Dive into a spooky video game soundscape turned beat paradise, wrapped in Jon’s signature laid-back style. Ready to enter the world of creepy chords and hip-hop grooves?
24. October 2025
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Soulbrixofficial takes us into the world of DAWless music production with his DIY marvel, the GrooveDock. A custom-built, 3D-printed rig that marries the chaos of creativity with the precision of technology. Curious to see how it stands against traditional setups? Dive in and discover!
10-inch touchscreen, Focusrite Scarlett Solo, GrooveDock, Mini-PC
24. October 2025
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Akai Professional’s AIR Iona brings the unmistakable character of an iconic 80s monophonic synth to the digital age, meticulously modeled and seamlessly integrated into the MPC ecosystem and DAW environments. In this official walkthrough, Akai demonstrates how Iona’s architecture—complete with a 128-step sequencer, graphical editor, and hands-on performance controls—caters to both deep sound design and immediate musical creation. The video moves from lush preset browsing to granular sound crafting, highlighting how Iona’s blend of classic synthesis and modern workflow tools can fit into contemporary production setups. For producers and synth enthusiasts alike, this is a revealing look at how vintage
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Novation’s Launchkey series has always promised more than just basic MIDI control, and in this official walkthrough, the focus is squarely on its arpeggiator as a creative engine. Dylan from NovationTV demonstrates how the Launchkey’s built-in arp isn’t just for cascading synth lines—it’s a hands-on tool for generating rhythmic basses, melodic textures, and even inventive drum patterns. The video is a practical, artist-focused exploration of how arpeggiator settings, rhythm controls, and octave spreads can build a track from the ground up. For anyone curious about workflow-centric MIDI controllers and their integration with Ableton Live, this is a revealing look at
23. October 2025
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MonotrailTechTalk dives into the wonderful chaos of modular synths in this video, revealing three nifty tricks your regular standalone synth just can’t do. It’s all about the tools that bring modular setups to life, making them a must-watch for anyone eager to elevate their patching game. Grab a pint, sit back, and let Monotrail show you what your synth setup might be missing.
ADAC Intuitive Quantizer, Derpfer A156, Dobefer A162, Mutable Instruments Peaks
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In a soothing expedition through sound, TheCrowHillCo invites us to explore the intricacies of the harmonium. Like a nebula exhaling its starry mist, this instrument reveals its vast sonic narratives through expressive control and historic resonance.
23. October 2025
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Immerse yourself in the cosmic journey through Omnisphere 3’s Scoring Organic presets, as VultureCulture unravels its hauntingly beautiful soundscapes. Discover how these sonic textures blend with orchestral elements to create a universe of auditory storytelling.
23. October 2025
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EspenKraft weaves his magic once more, pitting the iconic DX7 against the luminous D-50. Prepare for a synth journey that bridges cool transparency and lush density. Punk-loving synth enthusiasts, rejoice!
23. October 2025
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In the third lesson of Moog Music’s educational series, the legendary synth manufacturer dives deep into the bedrock of synthesis: oscillators. This episode demystifies how these circuits generate vibrations, shape sound, and underpin the entire sonic architecture of a synthesizer. With Moog’s signature clarity and a dash of historical context, viewers are guided through tuning, layering, and the harmonic richness of classic waveforms. Whether you’re new to patch cables or a seasoned modular explorer, this video offers a grounded, hands-on look at the oscillator’s role in crafting everything from mellow tones to cosmic textures.
23. October 2025
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Intellijel’s latest video dives into the heart of modular techno patching, with a step-by-step walkthrough of building a dynamic loop generator using the Atlantix voice and a supporting cast of Eurorack essentials. The patch, orchestrated by Matt from Intellijel, leverages multiple modulation sources, sequenced envelopes, and clever routing to wring a surprising variety of timbres from a single synth voice. As always with Intellijel’s channel, the focus is on practical, hands-on patching—showing not just what the modules do, but how they interact to create evolving, performance-ready techno textures. If you’re after inspiration for your next rack session, this one’s a
Atlantix, ATLX Expander, Metropolix, Quad VCA, Quadratt 1U, Quadrax, Steppy